Bihar Whips Elevated to 'Minister of State'

The Bihar government has granted state minister status to the whips of its legislative Houses. Minister Sharwan Kumar presented the gazette notification. Two key bills passed amidst opposition walkouts over the Waqf Amendment Bill controversy. Minister Jayant Raj clarified intentions of amendments to property laws.

The Bihar government has elevated the status of the whips in both Houses to that of 'Minister of State'. The official notification was tabled by Rural Development Minister Sharwan Kumar in the Assembly.

Key legislation such as the Bihar Government Premises and Bihar Sports University Amendment Bills were passed amidst opposition uproar. The opposition demanded the withdrawal of the Waqf Amendment Bill, leading to a walkout and session disruption.

Minister Jayant Raj introduced the Bihar Government Premises amendment, explaining its role in rent revision and eviction process clarity. He promised that new provisions would soon be publicized for better understanding.

(With inputs from agencies.)